Safety & Environmental Manager

Why Grande?

With more than 80 years of crafting "The Finest Italian Cheeses Money Can Buy", Grande is a leader in the industry! Whether partnering with independent pizzerias from coast-to-coast to ensure they're delivering the very best pizza to their customers or assisting our food manufacturing partners in delivering specialty whey ingredient solutions, our commitment to quality can't be matched. While Grande's reputation of excellence in the market is important, we believe our commitment to our workplace and community culture is of equal merit - our Associates come first at Grande. To complement our industry-leading benefits, Grande puts an emphasis on your career growth opportunities, while always promoting a positive work/life balance and supporting the communities in which we live and work. If you want to learn more about our company - what we do and how we go about it - or learn more about our beautiful, state-of-the-art corporate headquarters, visit www.grande.com.

Did we convince you yet? If not check out our unique benefits:

• Low-cost onsite health clinics.
• Free onsite fitness center.
• Free healthy snacks throughout facility.
• Health and wellness reimbursement program.
• Associate cheese purchasing program.
• Two-year mentorship program.
• Paid Paternal Leave.

Why Chilton?

Located in the heart of Calumet County, Chilton blends small-town charm with big opportunity. With a cost of living 5% below the Wisconsin average and housing prices well under national levels, it's an affordable and attractive place to live, work, and grow your career. Known for its safety, welcoming community, and strong local values, Chilton offers an ideal environment for those seeking to unwind, recharge, and embrace a relaxed and balanced lifestyle.

Chilton also features easy access to parks and outdoor recreation, a walkable downtown with local dining and entertainment, and annual festivals that celebrate the area's local culture and community spirit. As the proud home of Grande's newest start-up location, Chilton presents a unique opportunity to be part of something new and impactful, joining an organization dedicated to professional excellence, enriching the lives of our Associates (employees), and fulfilling "a purpose greater than ourselves".

Job Summary

We are seeking a driven Safety & Environmental Manager to help build a strong safety and environmentally focused culture at our new, state-of-the-art facility in Chilton, WI. In this high‑impact role, you will serve as the primary resource in the development and implementation of our Safety and Environmental Management Systems. Partnering with Plant and Safety leadership, you will support the rollout of key initiatives, and develop, implement and drive continuous improvement to ensure our new operation meets industry best practices and regulatory compliance with OSHA/EPA/DNR/DOT requirements.

This is an exciting opportunity for a hands‑on, knowledgeable professional who thrives in a dynamic, Team oriented environment and wants to make a meaningful impact as we launch and grow our Chilton facility.

What you need to be considered for the role:

• 4 Year / Bachelors Degree in Safety Management, Environmental Science, or other related field required. An equivalent level of experience may be considered.

• Six (6) or more years of related safety, process safety management (PSM), and environmental management experience in a manufacturing environment required.

• 30-Hour OSHA Compliance training required or the ability / willingness to complete.

• Comprehensive knowledge of occupational safety best practices, OSHA regulations, and disability management.

• Intermediate to advanced level of operations in Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook and HRIS.

• Ability to operate in a fast-paced environment with multiple deadlines and being able to meet deadlines while working through interruptions.

• Possess working knowledge with the form, content, enforcement and implementation of Waste Water and Ground Water Standards, Air Quality Regulations, the State General Construction Permit, Construction Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plans and Best Management Practices.

• Strong understanding of the PSM and Risk Management Plant (RMP) programs.

• Expertise in EPA and WDNR regulations, communication, negotiation, and navigating government organization structures.

• Ability to interface effectively with all levels within the company, as well as organizations outside the company (regulatory agencies, contractors, & consultants).

• Analytical ability and process improvement knowledge.

• Ability to read and interpret technical documents and regulations.

• Ability to work independently.

• Ability / willingness to travel to other Grande Facilities

Preferred:

• Associate Safety Professional (ASP) or Certified Safety Professional (CSP) certification preferred.
• Environmental Certification a plus.
• Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) credential highly desirable.